Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Sony Xperia 1 VI
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; estimated prices are $799 and $964. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 47/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VI has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,856,499 vs 2,096,581); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 192g).
Samsung Galaxy S26
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- Higher AnTuTu: 2856499 vs 2096581
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 2205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 7192
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 192g
- Cheaper: $799 vs $964
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 34/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 60/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 43/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 15/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Sony Xperia 1 VI, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 7 points higher (54/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (41/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (64/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (41/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (97/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Sony Xperia 1 VI | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | 2096581 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 2205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 7192 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 162 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $799 | $964 |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 and Sony Xperia 1 VI, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Sony Xperia 1 VI by 36.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $165. Samsung Galaxy S26 is cheaper by $165.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (64/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (41/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (97/100 vs 60/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Sony Xperia 1 VI by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VI — 47/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use.